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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Main Site - Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Explore Psychology at a global top 100 (QS World University Rankings 2024) university.

This MSc in psychology lets you match modules to your interests and training needs. You'll learn the latest skills in psychological research and data analysis.

This degree will help you progress your career if you're interested in data science. It also gives you the option to pursue a research career, either in the private sector or by studying for a PhD.

You can select modules covering fundamental and advanced data analysis to give your course a research methods focus. Or you could carry out a practical research apprenticeship in an area of psychology that interests you, mentored by an expert in the field.

Whichever modules you choose, all students learn research methods and data science techniques, using tools such as the statistical software package R. We'll help you explore the latest developments in research, including collaborative science practices.

Upon graduation you'll be primed to start your career or further your studies in Psychology.

At Southampton, assessments are designed to equip you with the skills you need for success in your career.

On this course, you'll be assessed through research papers, presentations, quizzes, problem sets, examinations (including multiple choice and essay questions), and your research dissertation.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 30,300per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

Southampton is proud of its inclusive global community and welcomes students from over 130 countries.
As a truly global university, Southampton has many opportunities for students to develop intercultural skills through its wide variety of clubs and societies.
Specialist careers support and paid year in employment and internship opportunities prepare international students for their future.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    27th out of 118 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 213
    152 71%

    34th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    43rd

    23
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.93 73%

    96th

    46

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